Performance Evaluation of a Single-Phase Grid-Forming Inverter Through Hardware Experiments

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Abstract

This study conducts hardware experiments to assess the performance of a commercial single-phase grid-forming (GFM) inverter using a purely hardware-based approach. We adhere to a testing protocol for the GFM inverter and enhance it by exploring the transient performance of GFM inverters across various grid dynamic events. Quantifiable performance metrics are established for each testing scenario to gain insights into the performance of the single-phase GFM inverters. Based on the comprehensive tests, the following observations are summarized: 1) The performance of the single-phase GFM inverter is satisfactory, and it is capable of being the islanding master for residence homes when the main grid is gone. 2) For frequency response, the inverter is able to stay connected but cannot inject the needed active power to support the grid. This may be improved by the manufacturer by using droop control. 3) The GFM inverter exhibits harmful transients in voltage and frequency during islanding operation, which can be enhanced by maintaining the same operating points before and after the breaker is open.
Original languageAmerican English
Number of pages10
StatePublished - 2024

Publication series

NamePresented at the IEEE Energy Conversion Conference and Expo, 20-24 October 2024, Phoenix, Arizona

NREL Publication Number

  • NREL/PR-5D00-91714

Keywords

  • dynamic performance
  • grid-forming inverter
  • impedance scan
  • transition operation

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